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This is surely a quirky statue in Bratislava, the Capital of the Slovak Republic. His name is Čumil, the Slovak word actually means “watcher”. It only takes a quick glance at the face of the man at work at the junction of Laurinská and Panská Streets to understand why he goes by the name “the watcher”. The bronze statue, with a grin on his face, peeks his head from underneath a manhole cover in the Old Town and he is popular among tourists and locals alike. You cannot visit Bratislava without saying hi to Čumil! And make sure to take a photo – this is actually one of the most photographed objects in Bratislava. Čumil is one of many statues in the Old Town of Bratislava. Other statues include Paparazzi, Schöner Náci, and Napoleon’s Soldier. These statues appeared in 1997, a couple of years after Slovak independence. This was at a time when the city was polishing its image after its Communist past. Čumil is the work of Slovak sculptor Viktor Hulík. The artist was born in 1947 in Bratislava. As for Čumil, there are a couple of theories about his name. Maybe he’s resting after a hard day’s work cleaning the sewers or perhaps he’s a typical communist-era worker who works little and watches a lot or maybe he’s just trying to get a look under the ladies’ skirts.... Anyway, this sympathetic man seems to enjoy his surroundings. There are careless drivers everywhere and Bratislava is no exception! The poor statue actually lost his head twice. Because of this, he was given his own road sign that reminds passers-by of the man at work. Legend has it that those who touch the head of the man will get a wish come true – if they manage to keep it a secret forever. How to find Him? The best way to find this spot is on foot. Amongst the cafés, restaurants, and shops of the Old Town, you will find the statue. It is situated in the front the corner of Rybárska brána (Fishermen’s gate), at the junction of Panská and Laurinská streets. Just follow the crowds and as I already said, bring your camera! There’s often a street band playing in the corner as well.
Dinh TuanDinh Tuan
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Discovering Man at work. Walking in Bratislava old town streets is a fun way to go back in time. You'll find some funny histories behind each statue located around and in the main square. The most famous and really intriguing is called “Cumil – The watcher”. The sign next to it states “Man at Work”. There are a few explanations online on the “Welcome to Bratislava” website. The first rumour states that he's a typical communist era worker who is not bethered about the work he’s supposed to be doing. Another rumour is that he’s looking under the women’s skirts, hahahah … We all know these types of stories. But based on his smiling face, we'll go with the second rumor! You'll have time to choose which rumor you prefer as you wait in line to take a picture with him! Serge: 4 Eli: 4 Recommended: Yes, it’s the funniest and famous statues in Bratislava.
Discovering DestinationsDiscovering Destinations
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | A Fun and Quirky Landmark in Bratislava Čumil, the “Man at Work”, is one of Bratislava’s most charming and unique statues. Located in the Old Town, this bronze figure playfully peeks out from a manhole, adding a touch of humor and curiosity to the city’s streets. It’s a fun spot that captures the relaxed and whimsical side of Bratislava, making it a favorite for visitors and photographers alike. The statue is easy to miss if you’re not paying attention, but that’s part of its charm! It’s a great little surprise tucked among the historic streets, and it’s definitely worth stopping by for a quick photo. Just be careful when walking, as it’s right on the street corner. Overall, Čumil is a simple yet iconic symbol of Bratislava—a small detail that adds character and personality to the city. Definitely worth a visit while exploring the Old Town!
Abir ArousAbir Arous
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Cumil, Slovakya’nın başkenti Bratislava’da bulunan ve şehrin en tanınmış heykellerinden biridir. Tam adı “Cumil - The Man at Work” olan bu heykel, Bratislava’nın Eski Şehir (Staré Mesto) bölgesindeki sokaklardan birinde, bir rögar kapağından yukarı doğru bakan bir adam figürüyle temsil edilir. Bu eşsiz heykel, Bratislava’nın simgelerinden biri haline gelmiştir ve şehri ziyaret eden turistlerin en popüler fotoğraf duraklarından biridir. Cumil Heykeli Hakkında Bilgi 1. Tarih ve Yapım: Cumil, Slovak heykeltıraş Viktor Hulík tarafından 1997 yılında yapılmıştır. Heykel, Bratislava’nın Eski Şehir bölgesinde yürüyen insanların dikkatini çekmek ve şehirdeki sanat eserlerine mizahi bir dokunuş katmak amacıyla yerleştirilmiştir. 2. Tasarımı: Heykel, bir rögar kapağından yukarı çıkan ve eli çenesine yaslanmış bir adamı tasvir eder. Adam gülümseyen bir ifadeyle yukarı bakar, bu da onun rahat ve biraz da tembel bir karakter olduğunu düşündürür. Heykelin tam adı “Cumil - İş Başındaki Adam” olsa da, aslında çalışmaktan çok dinleniyor gibi görünmektedir. 3. Konumu: Cumil heykeli, Bratislava’nın Eski Şehir bölgesindeki Panská ve Laurinská sokaklarının kesişiminde yer alır. Bu bölge, tarihi yapılar, kafeler ve butikler ile doludur ve turistler için popüler bir yerdir. 4. Anlamı ve Mizahı: Heykelin ardında belirgin bir tarihsel ya da derin bir anlam yoktur. Ancak, Bratislava’nın kültürel kimliğine katkıda bulunan bir mizah öğesi olarak kabul edilir. Cumil’in, sokaktaki kadınlara bakarken yakalanmış bir “şaka figürü” olduğu şeklinde yorumlar da yapılır. 5. Ziyaretçi Gelenekleri: Cumil heykeli turistler arasında oldukça popülerdir ve insanlar genellikle onunla fotoğraf çeker. Ayrıca, heykelin başındaki bronz kaskın parlatılmış görünümü, ziyaretçilerin ona dokunarak dilek tuttuğuna işaret eder. Cumil Heykeline Yakın Yerler: Cumil heykeli, Bratislava’nın tarihi merkezi olan Eski Şehir bölgesinde bulunduğu için çevresinde birçok turistik nokta vardır: • Michael’s Gate (Michalská brána): Orta Çağ’dan kalma bir şehir kapısı. • Bratislava Kalesi: Şehrin tepesinde yer alan tarihi kale. • Primatial Sarayı: Şehrin en güzel klasik tarz binalarından biri. • Hviezdoslav Meydanı: Restoranlar ve kafelerle dolu büyük bir meydan. Cumil, Bratislava’nın eğlenceli ve samimi atmosferini yansıtan küçük ama etkileyici bir ayrıntıdır. Şehri ziyaret eden herkesin mutlaka görmesi gereken, hafızalarda gülümseyen bir iz bırakan bir figürdür.
Daldaban RecepDaldaban Recep
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Beautiful and unique, and somewhat extraordinary, I'd say. A nice story to go with it could enhance the monument—perhaps I missed it. Bratislava is an interesting place and the center of a virtually "newly born" state. Undoubtedly, Bratislava has a Hungarian history, followed by a "twinning" with the Czech Republic. Slovaks can be proud of their history and should take the opportunity to showcase their Hungarian and, to some extent, Austrian roots—after all, Bratislava was the capital of Hungary for a long time. During this time, the Habsburgs and the German-speaking population played an important role in Bratislava. Explanations of the many well-restored buildings and monuments should also be provided in German and Hungarian.
Günther Johann RozenitsGünther Johann Rozenits
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